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MEDICARE · OCT 15 – DEC 7
9 things to do before your plan auto-renews
Open Enrollment runs Oct 15 to Dec 7, 2026. Changes start Jan 1, 2027. Put Dec 1 on your calendar as a reminder.
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Your plan mailed an Annual Notice of Change by Sept 30. It lists next year's premium, copays and drug changes.
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If you skip it, your plan renews with all its 2027 changes. Even happy members should take a quick look.
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2026 Part B is $202.90/month. The 2027 projection is about $209.50, but it isn't official yet.
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Drug lists change every January. Enter each medication and dose into Medicare Plan Finder to see real yearly costs.
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A $0 premium plan can cost more overall. Sort plans by drug + premium cost, not by premium alone.
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Ask each office: "Are you in network with this plan for 2027?" Directories are not always up to date.
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Your state SHIP counselors give unbiased help for free. They don't earn commissions.
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Medicare won't cold-call you for your number. If unsure, call 1-800-MEDICARE yourself.
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